The Conjuring: The Last Rites has officially closed the book on one of the most successful horror franchises ever. Released on September 5, 2025, the film is already making waves at the box office, earning $8.5 million in preview screenings—the highest opening for a horror film this year.
The movie is directed Michael Chaves and written by Ian GoldbergRichard NaingDavid Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick the new creative team behind the final chapter, with production handled by New Line Cinema, Atomic Monster,and The Safran Company.
The cast of The Conjuring: The Last Rites brings together both familiar and fresh faces. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson return as Lorraine and Ed Warren, the heart of the franchise since the beginning. They’re joined by Taissa Farmiga, Mia Tomlinson, and Rebecca Calder, each adding new energy to the story. Ben Hardy steps into a key role, while Beau Gadsdon, Shannon, and Steve round out the ensemble.
Set in 1986, The Last Rites follows Ed and Lorraine Warren as they travel to Pennsylvania to help a family tormented by a powerful demon. What begins as a typical case quickly spirals into one of their most terrifying battles yet
The Last Rites delivers the emotional and terrifying conclusion fans were hoping for. It’s both a farewell to the Warrens’ story and a celebration of a franchise that’s been scaring audiences for over a decade.